Since its emergence in 2010, variable wattage has become a big issue for vapers.
Although Ohm’s law is a scientific law and formula used regularly in vaping, you don’t need to be a mathematician to get to grips with it. First off, the fact that you can now regulate your temperature controls is a simple case of pressing the power on button for your vape device and rejigging the display on your mod. This means there’s no reason to get bogged down in the science of it all.
That being said, if you’re trying to make an informed decision about which device is right for you and whether you should invest in variable wattage, variable voltage or a plain sailing vape device, then understanding the terms may be of some use to you.
Why worry about wattage and voltage?
Wattage essentially refers to the power output of your vape device. If you have a high wattage, then your vape device will be far more powerful in its vape cloud output. So the higher the wattage, the higher the power. Voltage on the other hand, refers to the power input of your vape device. It is this which affects how much power you supply your vape mod with and the maximum it can take from the battery pack. Both wattage and voltage are affected by the coil of your device, meaning that the thickness or thinness of this little piece of wire will affect the amount of energy which can be passed through and heat your vape liquid.
The first variable wattage vape device emerged in 2010 with the Evolv Darwin which could be powered up to 12.7 watts. At the time this was huge, and now with vape devices reaching far higher variable wattages, it’s easier to see why people go for it. Variable wattage essentially means that you can choose how high an electrical output your device has and means that you can go for the big clouds if an aspiring cloud chaser or keep your vape inhale mild.
What is variable voltage?
Variable voltage devices usually run on a 3.7-volt battery, a very high power input, and give you the chance to vary how much of this power actually runs through your device. In the same way as the variable wattage controls the output, the variable voltage of the device will control the input.
Which is right for you?
Simply put, whether you choose variable voltage or variable wattage, the results are usually the same. Whether you go for wattage or voltage, you are still claiming more control over your device, giving you a more tailored vaping experience. One disadvantage is that these devices, due to their need for more hardware, will be a little more bulky than other devices, but saying that, most vape mods are chunkier in size anyway. Otherwise, variable voltage and wattage give you the chance to explore richer, more flexible vaping, leading to more satisfaction and an endless array of e liquid options.
